Early Access · October 9, 2026 · Steam
Survive the
Frozen World
The Moon shattered. Earth froze. Now it's your turn to rise from the snow. The complete Permafrost survival, crafting and co-op guide — updated from day one of Early Access.
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About the Game
What is Permafrost?
Permafrost is a story-driven survival sandbox set on a frozen, post-apocalyptic Earth. After the Moon shatters, civilization is plunged into a permanent ice age. You explore the world, scavenge scarce resources, hunt wildlife, craft tools and build shelters to outlast the relentless cold.
Play solo or in 4-player online co-op. Every decision matters — from which materials you gather to how you manage warmth and hunger through brutal blizzards. A loyal dog companion travels with you, helping you hunt and warning you of danger.
Developed by SpaceRocket Games and published by Toplitz Productions, Permafrost enters Early Access on October 9, 2026 on Steam.
Strategy Guides
Everything You Need to Survive
Beginner's Guide
New to Permafrost? Learn your first hour, essential survival priorities, and how to not freeze to death on night one.
Read GuideSurvival Tips
Advanced strategies for managing warmth, hunger, thirst and stamina — and beating the brutal blizzard system.
Read GuideCrafting Guide
The complete crafting path. From improvised stone tools to advanced gear — every tool, weapon and workstation.
Read GuideBase Building
Shelter construction step by step. Optimal layouts for warmth, storage, defense and surviving multi-day blizzards.
Read GuideCo-op Guide
How to play Permafrost with up to 3 friends. Role division, shared bases, and how co-op changes the survival balance.
Read GuideDog & Hunting
Everything about your canine partner — hunting with the dog, securing meat and fur, and staying safe in the wild.
Read GuideLatest
Fresh Permafrost Guides
- 2026-07-01Permafrost Beginner's Guide: Surviving Your First Frozen Night
- 2026-07-02Permafrost Survival Tips: Beating Cold, Hunger & Thirst
- 2026-07-04Permafrost Crafting Guide: Every Tool, Weapon & Workstation
- 2026-07-06Permafrost Base Building Guide: Warm, Safe & Efficient Shelters
- 2026-07-07Permafrost Co-op Guide: 4-Player Survival Strategies
FAQ
Common Questions
When does Permafrost release?
Permafrost enters Steam Early Access on October 9, 2026, developed by SpaceRocket Games and published by Toplitz Productions. Early Access means the game will keep growing with new content and updates after launch.
Is Permafrost multiplayer or co-op?
Yes. Permafrost supports online co-op for up to four players, letting a team share resources, split survival roles and build a base together. See our Permafrost co-op guide for details.
What genre is Permafrost?
Permafrost is a story-driven survival sandbox. You chop wood, hunt, craft, build and survive extreme cold on an Earth thrown into an ice age after the Moon shatters.
Is there a dog companion in Permafrost?
Yes. Permafrost features a loyal dog companion that can accompany you while exploring, hunting and defending your camp in the frozen wilderness.
Can I play Permafrost solo?
Yes. While Permafrost supports up to four-player co-op, the story-driven survival campaign can also be played solo at your own pace.
Release Info
About Permafrost Early Access
Everything you need to know before the October 9, 2026 Steam launch.
Permafrost is set to launch on Steam Early Access on October 9, 2026, developed by SpaceRocket Games and published by Toplitz Productions. The Early Access phase is expected to last approximately 12 months, during which the developers plan to add new biomes, expanded crafting systems, additional story content, and quality-of-life improvements based on community feedback.
The game requires a minimum of Windows 10, an Intel Core i5-8600K CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent GPU with 6 GB VRAM. For the best experience, the developers recommend a more powerful setup with a GTX 1080 or above.
Permafrost supports both solo play and online co-op for up to four players. Players who purchase during Early Access will receive all future content updates at no additional cost. The final release price may be higher than the Early Access price, so early adopters are encouraged to wishlist the game on Steam now.
This wiki will be updated continuously from day one of Early Access. Bookmark this page and check back regularly for new guides covering crafting recipes, base building strategies, co-op tips, and full walkthrough content as the game evolves.